New video shows moments before Coolidge police shoot man…
Originally reported by NPR — 2025-08-29
A new video released by the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office shows moments before a Coolidge police officer fatally shot Francisco Canales Aguilar, who was wielding what appeared to be a machete. The incident occurred on February 5, 2026.
Key Facts
- The shooting happened on February 5, 2026, around 7:45 p.m. in Coolidge, Arizona.
- Francisco Canales Aguilar was seen leaving his home with a machete and later approached an officer aggressively.
- The officer gave three commands for Aguilar to drop the weapon but continued approaching despite the warnings.
- After the third command, the officer fired four shots at Aguilar, who was then pronounced dead on the scene.
Incident Details
| Location | Coolidge, Arizona |
| Department | Coolidge Police Department |
| Officers Involved | 1 |
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